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Tank pressure for Speedaire compressor?
Someone gave me a Speedaire Model 3Z394 airtank.
I know nothing about its integrity or working pressure. 1. If you own such a model, could you tell me the max safe tank pressure? 2. How can I determine if the tank (which as some rust on the outside) still has its integrity? - Mike |
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Tank pressure for Speedaire compressor?
Michael Horowitz wrote: Someone gave me a Speedaire Model 3Z394 airtank. I know nothing about its integrity or working pressure. 1. If you own such a model, could you tell me the max safe tank pressure? 2. How can I determine if the tank (which as some rust on the outside) still has its integrity? - Mike |
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Tank pressure for Speedaire compressor?
On 12 Nov 2006 09:24:14 -0800, "vcdvsr" wrote:
Michael Horowitz wrote: Someone gave me a Speedaire Model 3Z394 airtank. I know nothing about its integrity or working pressure. 1. If you own such a model, could you tell me the max safe tank pressure? 2. How can I determine if the tank (which as some rust on the outside) still has its integrity? - Mike Sorry, came out blank. Please try again - MIke |
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Tank pressure for Speedaire compressor?
"Michael Horowitz" wrote in message ... Someone gave me a Speedaire Model 3Z394 airtank. I know nothing about its integrity or working pressure. 1. If you own such a model, could you tell me the max safe tank pressure? That model was originally powered by a 3/4 hp motor so I would guess it has a shutoff pressure of 120 psi. 2. How can I determine if the tank (which as some rust on the outside) still has its integrity? Only a hydrostatic test can prove the integrity. |
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Tank pressure for Speedaire compressor?
thanks - MIke On Sun, 12 Nov 2006 11:04:04 -0800, "John Kunkel" wrote: "Michael Horowitz" wrote in message .. . Someone gave me a Speedaire Model 3Z394 airtank. I know nothing about its integrity or working pressure. 1. If you own such a model, could you tell me the max safe tank pressure? That model was originally powered by a 3/4 hp motor so I would guess it has a shutoff pressure of 120 psi. 2. How can I determine if the tank (which as some rust on the outside) still has its integrity? Only a hydrostatic test can prove the integrity. |
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Tank pressure for Speedaire compressor?
Old compressor tanks are a time bomb. Most cheap compressor tanks are not
ASME rated nor tested. Rust on the outside is not the problem. It is the rust on the inside from condensation over the years, AND when they go, they really go. One of our EAA Chapter 75 members brought in a tank that had split from end to end and I wrote about in Sport Aviation. Then I had several others relate their stories... Like went to town and came back to a hole in the garage roof. Or... Missed me by inches but ruined the overhead door. And then there are those not so lucky that can't tell a story as they died. Many compressor sales agencies can and will do a hydrostatic test. Involves filling with water then running the pressure up to 150% of working. Commercial places have to do this on a regular basis. Before you use this "freebie" Have it tested for your health. -- Cy Galley EAA Safety Programs Editor Always looking for ideas and articles for EAA Sport Pilot "Michael Horowitz" wrote in message ... thanks - MIke On Sun, 12 Nov 2006 11:04:04 -0800, "John Kunkel" wrote: "Michael Horowitz" wrote in message . .. Someone gave me a Speedaire Model 3Z394 airtank. I know nothing about its integrity or working pressure. 1. If you own such a model, could you tell me the max safe tank pressure? That model was originally powered by a 3/4 hp motor so I would guess it has a shutoff pressure of 120 psi. 2. How can I determine if the tank (which as some rust on the outside) still has its integrity? Only a hydrostatic test can prove the integrity. |
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Tank pressure for Speedaire compressor?
"John Kunkel" wrote Only a hydrostatic test can prove the integrity. True, but if it is surface rust, it should be OK. Ever wonder what the inside bottom of a tank looks like, especially on that does not get drained after each use? I have to think that there is a healthy safety margin designed into tanks. -- Jim in NC |
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Tank pressure for Speedaire compressor?
"Morgans" wrote in message
... "John Kunkel" wrote Only a hydrostatic test can prove the integrity. True, but if it is surface rust, it should be OK. Ever wonder what the inside bottom of a tank looks like, especially on that does not get drained after each use? I have to think that there is a healthy safety margin designed into tanks. -- I'm sure there is, but FWIW - check the local fire extinguisher places - they will be able to do a hydrostat (or know where to go) -- Geoff The Sea Hawk at Wow Way d0t Com remove spaces and make the obvious substitutions to reply by mail When immigration is outlawed, only outlaws will immigrate. |
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